Thursday, 24 July 2014

China’s Plan to Limit Coal Use Could Spur Consumption for Years

Under pressure to reduce smog and greenhouse gas emissions, the Chinese government is considering a mandatory cap on coal use, the main source of carbon pollution from fossil fuels. But it would be an adjustable ceiling that would allow coal consumption to grow for years, and policy makers are at odds on how long the nation’s emissions will rise.

Author

Chris Buckley